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Merino ewes cluster around scattered hay bales on a vast, windswept pasture under a crisp winter sky in South Australia's southeast region. A weathered farmer in a striking red and navy vest stands sentinel, carefully monitoring the flock during a challenging drought season. The woolly sheep, with their dense, silvery-white fleeces, press close to the dry golden straw, searching for sustenance across the expansive green paddock. Sparse clouds drift across a brilliant blue horizon, casting long shadows that accentuate the undulating landscape and highlight the careful relationship between farmer and flock. The scene captures the resilience of Australian agricultural workers and their livestock, demonstrating the daily commitment required to maintain sheep herds during harsh environmental conditions. Every element - from the carefully spread hay to the attentive posture of the farmer - speaks to the precision and dedication of rural life in this demanding agricultural landscape.